No, R507 VJA is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for R507 VJA?

The MOT for R507 VJA is valid and due for renewal on or before 6 August 2012.

What is the recorded mileage of R507 VJA?

The recorded mileage for R507 VJA is 102,362 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R507 VJA ULEZ compliant?

No, R507 VJA does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does R507 VJA have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, R507 VJA is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

1997 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · R507 VJA

R507 VJA

1997 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1997. Recorded mileage 102,362 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 06/08/2012
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/08/2012)
Recorded Mileage: 102,362 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 06/08/2012

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/08/2012

Mileage: 102,362 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1997
Engine: 1390cc

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R507 VJA Key Findings

10 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 28/07/2011
102,362 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! No MOT history found

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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R507 VJA Mileage History

02/08/200668,501 mi
02/08/200668,501 mi
02/08/200778,590 mi+10,089 mi
02/08/200778,590 mi
31/07/200883,722 mi+5,132 mi
07/08/200883,823 mi+101 mi
21/07/200987,861 mi+4,038 mi
13/07/201093,882 mi+6,021 mi
28/07/2011102,362 mi+8,480 mi
28/07/2011102,362 mi

Average of roughly 6,792 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.

R507 VJA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 12:55

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

10 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Volkswagen Polo (R507 VJA) between August 2006 and July 2011.

The record contains 6 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 28 July 2011 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)”; “Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)”; “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)”.

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